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May 16 - 19, 2019
Registration is open!
The Michigan Osteopathic Association will host the 120th Annual Spring Scientific Convention in Southfield Michigan, May 16-19.
Join us for educational sessions, events and the 2019 House of Delegates.
The event will offer a maximum of 32-35 AOA Category 1-A credits and will report CME
and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation in this activity.
Outcomes Survey: 3 additional AOA Category 1-A credits may be earned by participating in a post-convention survey.
Specialty credits offered.
Join the MOA to take advantage of member rates! Call 517-347-1555 for more information.
Scientific Research Exhibit Competition
The Michigan Osteopathic Association hosts a Scientific Research Exhibit (SRE) at both the Spring and Autumn Conventions. These competitions provide osteopathic medical students, residents, fellows and attending level physicians an opportunity to present their medical and scientific research to our profession. The SRE event demonstrates the very best of what osteopathic medicine is and reaffirms the profession’s commitment to the advancement of science in osteopathic medicine.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
(Includes manual & breakfast)
7 - 10 am
Friday, May 17
Room: EMC II
MOA Members: $135
Non-Members: $155
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
Friday, 10 am - 5pm & Saturday, 8 am - 12 pm
*Both Friday & Saturday sessions must be completed for certification
Room: EMC II, III
MOA Members: $305
Non-Members: $380
ACLS Re-Certification
(Includes manual)
8 am - 12 pm
Saturday, May 18
Room: EMC II
MOA Member: $230
Non-Member: $295
Hotel Information
The Westin Southfield Detroit
1500 Town Center, Southfield, MI, 48075 (Map link)
Phone: (248) 827-4000
Reservations: Call 888-627-8558, mention MOA for discounted rate $135 by April 28.
MOA Westin Event webpage: MOA - Westin Group page
Website: www.westinsouthfielddetroit.com
Once again, the host location for Spring Convention will be the Westin Southfield Detroit in Southfield Michigan. This location has proven to be a great one as it can accommodate the various sessions and features a conference room large enough to hold the House of Delegates.
The rooms and suites include amenities such as flat-screen TVs, pull-out sofas, separate living areas, wet bars, in-room fitness equipment and/or whirlpool tubs. In-room spa treatments are available. Dining options include an American spot serving 3 meals a day, a bar/lounge and a coffee bar. There's a 24-hour gym, workout-gear loans and an indoor pool. A list of features and amenities can be viewed here.
Parking
The Westin Southfield Detroit offers free covered parking directly connected to the hotel.
Self Parking: Complimentary
Valet Over Night Parking: $25
Valet Parking Day Use: $15
Parking Map (PDF file)
Road Condition Updates: Construction and traffic accidents can cause delays. For the latest on road conditions, visit the MDOT MiDrive interactive map. The site offers up-to-the-minute information construction and incidents that may affect your drive time.
Link: MiDrive
Exhibitors
120th Annual Spring Scientific Convention
May 16-19, 2019
The Westin Southfield Detroit, Southfield, MI
Exhibitor Contact: Cyndi Earles
Link: Exhibitor Prospectus (PDF)
Continuing Medical Educational Credits
Accreditation Statement
The Michigan Osteopathic Association is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. The Michigan Osteopathic Association designates this program for a maximum of 32-35 AOA Category 1-A credits and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation in this activity.
Outcomes Survey
3 additional AOA Category 1-A credits may be earned by participating in a post-convention survey emailed to attendees.
MOA Continuing Medical Education Program Registration Cancellation and Refund Policy: Registrants for a Michigan Osteopathic Association continuing medical education program must submit requests for refunds in writing to the Association’s office. Requests for refunds must be received at least two weeks prior to the program and will entitle registrant to a full refund less a $50 processing fee. Refund requests received less than two weeks prior to the program will not qualify for a refund of the registration fees. Program brochures/registration forms shall include this information.
Course Disclaimer
The Michigan Osteopathic Association (MOA) makes every effort to present high caliber speakers in their respective areas of expertise. Courses of the MOA are offered as information only and not as financial, accounting, legal or other professional advice. Attendees must consult with their own professional advisors for such advice. In addition, each participant must decide the merit and practicality of the material presented. The ideas and comments expressed during the courses are not necessarily endorsed by or are those of the MOA. The MOA warns attendees about the potential risks of using limited knowledge when integrating new techniques into your practices.
Disclosure: All faculty participants of the MOA programs are required to disclose to the program audience any real or apparent conflict(s) of interest related to this meeting or its content. Faculty disclosure information is included in the moderator introductions and will be disclosed by faculty as they present. MOA reserves the right to change topics and scheduling without prior notice.
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